The Mack Talks

On this special episode of the Mack Talks, host Scott Johnson and honorary co-host & daughter, Macy Johnson, head over to Rising Starr Horse Rescue to learn more about the amazing work and dedication this non-profit provides to both horses and people. Founder and Director of Rising Starr, Kelly Stackpole, shows what it takes to run such an incredible organization, and discusses how YOU can get involved to help make a difference! About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

On this episode of The Mack Talks, Scott gives you the Rundown. We cover the recent White House Task Force Press Conference where Trump declares war on cartels amid the COVID-19 Crisis, Ryan Reynolds recent philanthropic efforts, and the new trend called “Zoom-bombing”. Are the Cartels trafficking coronavirus? We'll get to the bottom of this, and more, on Episode 57 of The Mack Talks.

On this episode of The Mack Talks, Scott covers the new Netflix documentary series, Tiger King, Donald Trump's Coronavirus Task Force Press conference featuring the MyPillow guy, Michael Lindell, and The Mack Talks new video series covering the SBA's Disaster Relief Program. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-... »Website: https://themacktalks.com Highlights from this episode: » 0:00 - 4:05 Show Intro » 4:07 - 12:30 Tiger King » 12:35 - 19:06 SBA Loans » 19:10 - 24:40 Dr. Fauci » 24:43 - 34:00 MyPillow » 34:05 - 38:00 Zoom Bombings » 38:05 - 40:50 Social Distancing » 41:00 - 50:44 Call Of Duty Quarantine

On this episode of The Mack Talks we have on Aunt Mary Pat. We talked about her upcoming comedy tour Fish Outta Wooder and obviously coronavirus. Not only did we get to hear Aunt Mary Pats story but we also played Mack Move or Wack Move. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-... »Website: https://themacktalks.com Highlights from this episode: » 0:00 - 1:38 Intro » 1:40 - 8:00 AMP Stand-up Career » 8:05 - 10:30 Is AMP An Entrepreneur? » 10:45 - 13:20 Eagles Show and Tell » 13:30 - 16:08 A Message To All The Nanas » 16:10 - 17:40 Covid - 19 And Crime » 17:44 - 18:50 The Party Goes On » 18:55 - 22:23 Waiting At WaWa »22:24 - 24:10 Reckless Boomers »24:15 - 28:18 Racist Virus »28:20 - 30:40 Show Outro

This week we have Scott Sokolowski, founder of Save A Suit on the show. Save A Suit is a nonprofit organization located in Bethel, CT providing veterans and active duty members with business attire, resources, and other support to help them transition from the military to a civilian career. Not only do we dive into his career but we play Mack Move or Wack Move. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-... »Website: https://themacktalks.com Highlights from this episode: » 0:00 - 2:30 Show Intro » 2:35 - 7:50 Save A Suit » 8:00 - 13:30 Who Is Scott Sokolowski » 13:40 - 15:15 Transitioning From The Military » 15:25 - 16:25 Serving The Community » 16:30 - 21:15 Life In And After The Military » 21:30 - 27:00 Save A Suit's Mission » 27:05 - 30:55 New York Sanitizer » 40:00 - 40:22 Seasons Canceled » 40:25 - 45:05 Virus In The Sky » 45:10 - 50:47 Travel Ban » 50:50 - 52:42 Show Wrap Up

In this episode of The Mack Talks, we have on Sarah Gallo A.K.A. The Five Foot Traveler. She has set foot in all 7 continents and has traveled to 112 countries. When Sarah was young she had a crippling fear of flying but was able to temper it and build a career of exploring the most beautiful and extraordinary places in the world. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

In this episode of The Mack Talks, we had the pleasure of covering the Mohegan Sun Food & Wine Festival and interviewing celebrity chefs. We also got down to the bottom of the question, are chefs entrepreneurs? Our guests in this episode are Chef Rocco DiSpirito, Chef Ben Robinson, and Chef Michele Ragussis. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

This week on the Mack Talks, we sit down with Cheryl Young, the CFO/VP of Finance for GW Lisk, a manufacturer of solenoid actuators and sensors for various uses in aerospace and defense. She has over 12 years of experience in upper finance management and prior to her work with GW Lisk, she worked as Director of Finance for ITT, evolving both companies through initiatives that positively influenced their performance and results. She also has her own Personal Finance Training Program and Group, called Smart Money Cheryl (https://www.smartmoneycheryl.com/) where she teaches people how to properly manage their money. We got a chance to hear her story, AND play our favorite game: Mack Move or Wack Move. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-... »Website: https://themacktalks.com

From fine dining to country diner kitchens, Chef Jeff Purrazzi has spent years mastering his culinary craft. He is an experienced private chef in Manhattan and producer of the popular Podcast, PLUMLUVFOODS. During this episode, we discuss Jeff's career in food and play a game of Mack Move or Wack Move. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

In this episode of The Mack Talks, your hosts Scott goes over the weekly Rundown and your favorite podcast gameshow, Mack Move or Wack Move. Some topics include Drew Brees going undercover at a New Orleans based restaurant chain, Walmart unveiling new AI technology as its latest attempt to compete with Amazon, and a billionaire is giving away nine million dollars to his twitter followers. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

Matt Bartelme is the owner and founder of Bart's tree service, the premier tree removal service in the greater Danbury area. In this podcast, Matt tells us the journey of becoming the owner of a Tree Service company. Not only do we hear Matt's best stories but he also took part in Mack Move or Wack Move. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

On this week's episode of The Mack Talks Scott gives you the rundown and Mack or Wack move. Topics include Ihop's new fast food experiment, the new Ford Bronco, making a living playing video games, and much more. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mack-talks/ »Website: https://themacktalks.com Highlights from this episode: » 9:55 - 13:55 E-Sports » 14:00 - 20:09 What makes a good boss? » 20:10 -26:10 Costly College » 26:15 - 30:34 Raiders leaving » 30:35 - 35:13 FedEx blocked » 35:15 - 38:07 Ford's new Bronco » 38:10 - 42:55 Pancake Blitz » 42:58 - 47:15 Smarter Homes » 47:18 - 50:05 Coffee Cola » 50:10 - 57:24 Greta of the year » 57:30 - 1:01:29 Show wrap up

On this week's episode of The Mack Talks, we have on Johnny Margiotta. Johnny is a long-time friend of our host Scott Johnson, and he was born and raised in Waterbury, CT. He came on to give us a tour of his favorite spots to go to in Waterbury. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/33431564/admin/ »Website: https://themacktalks.com

On this week's episode of The Mack Talks Scott gives you the Rundown and Mack or Wack move. Topics include Tesla's new CyberTruck, Netflix sinking Movie ticket sales, the new electronic Mustang, Pelotons ad blunder, and much, much more. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

On this week's episode of The Mack Talks we have on Scott Snell. Scott has over 30 years of experience in not only photography but also the videography. He has been credited from short films . His work has been seen around the world on networks such as NFL, MLB NASCAR, Netflix, FOX the Olympics and more. He recently won an Emmy award for his work with ESPN on the 2018 US Open Tennis Championship. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

In this week's episode of The Mack Talks, we have on Phil Hall. Phil has over 30 years of experience as a journalist and radio host. He currently hosts a radio show called “Nutmeg Chatter” as well as an award-winning podcast called “The Online Movie Show”. He has authored 8 books on film, ran a New York Public Relations firm for 10 years, AND has acted in over 20 films. Phil has had a long and successful career in broadcasting, and he's here to share his story and experiences.

On this week's episode of The Mack Talks, Scott gives you this week's rundown and Mack or Wack move. Topics include Air BnB banning parties, aging wine in space, Tik Tok steals user data and much, much more. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

On this week's episode of The Mack Talks, Chase and Scott give you this weeks' Rundown, and Mack Move or Wack Move. Topics include a terrifying haunted house, the World Series flashers, artificial skin for your electronics and much more. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

This week we sit down with Sarina Morales, current LA Rams team reporter and weekly podcast host. Sarina has 10 years of experience in social media management and broadcasting, and has worked for big names like ESPN and National Geographic. Her path to success has not been easy, from starting in a one bedroom apartment in the Bronx, to hitting the job market after the 2008 stock market crash. Sarina learned how to overcome adversity, and she's ready to tell her story.

This week we sit down with Robert Burck, better known as the “Naked Cowboy" at his office; Times Square, NYC. The Naked Cowboy is a world famous street performer who wears cowboy boots, a hat, and briefs in New York City's Times Square, but has also built a brand around his street persona. Since beginning his street performing career in 1994, he has created his own wine label called Naked Wines, LLC, written a book, and become an ordained minister.

Stelios Stavrianos is the founder and CEO of the Core Beverage Group, a group dedicated to bringing high quality and unique spirits to the market. Stelios created the idea for Cylinder vodka with one goal in mind: make affordable vodka more drinkable, so he went to work in his parent's basement. Today, Cylinder vodka is distributing to 150 locations in NY and CT and looking to expand nationally and internationally by 2020. Stelios joins us for Mack Move or Wack Move.

On this week's episode of the Mack Talks, Scott gives you this weeks rundown, and mack move or wack move. Topics include the Golden Toilet Heist, SpaceX's new launch site, Seinfeld coming to Netflix and much more.

Nick Coriano is the CEO of Homescape LLC, a consultant for Cervitude investor relations, and author of “Rules for Entrepreneurship.” He has a long history of working in the venture capital, private equity industry, and assisting fellow entrepreneurs in the development of successful business plans. His goal is to help his clients go “from the napkin to NASDAQ.” On this weeks podcast, Nick discusses how he fostered an entrepreneurial spirit at a young age, learned to pivot in the professional world in the wake of the market crash, and developed his “run to the bag” mindset.

Ruan Marinho is the founder of DeveloMark, a search engine optimization specialty agency that works with small businesses to improve traffic, rankings, and generate more leads. On today's podcast Ruan shares how he got his start in the digital media industry, grew his youtube channel, and fostered an autonomous work environment.

Today on the podcast, we hang out with Julien, Brandon, and Justin, the creative minds behind the Bierstick beer bong syringe and the Fingaz Bowl drinking game. They share how they turned their unique ideas into physical products, market to their audience, and partake in a little Mack Move or Wack Move.

David is the current CEO of Sports 1 Marketing & S1 Media House, an award-winning humanitarian, the host of the Playbook podcast, a best-selling author, and an award-winning inspirational speaker. With 25 years of experience as an entrepreneur and executive in the legal, technology, sports, & entertainment fields under his belt, he continues his mission to “make a lot of money, help a lot of people, and have a lot of fun.” To further that mission, his newest book release, Game-Time Decision Making: High-Scoring Business Strategies from the Biggest Names in Sports, offers a playbook to making business decisions with the same confidence and clarity as the world's best sports coaches. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

Jeannette Maré is the founder and Chief Kindness Officer of the Ben's Bells Project. Ben's Bells Project is a movement that sparked a ripple effect when her family and friends decided to make hundreds of ceramic Bell chimes to distribute randomly in their community after the tragic loss of her son. Individuals that had discovered the bells began sharing their own personal stories of healing and grief and soon, people all over Tucson were making their own Bells and spreading kindness and its power to heal. Today, Ben's Bells has recruited more than 25,000 annual volunteers and Ben's Bells can be found all over the country as it continues to reach many schools, businesses, and communities. Jeannette shares with us her passion for teaching and community building.

Evan Hafer is the CEO and Founder of Black Rifle Coffee Company. Before founding BRCC in 2015, Evan spent 20 years of his professional career in service to the US Army as an infantryman, a Special Forces soldier, and a CIA contractor. He began roasting his own coffee in 2006 to take along with him on deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. As a former green beret, Evan prides himself on creating a business based on his love for his community, country, family, and coffee and aiding in the employment of 10,000 veterans. His mission is to provide premium, small-batch, roast-to-order coffee to the working man. As BRCC continues its rapid growth, they expect to expand into 100 locations internationally by 2020, releases new products, like cold brew, and are adding a new podcast underneath their media umbrella.

On this week's episode of the Mack Talks, Scott covers Amazon's growing shipping services and the negative impact it has on the environment, Goldman Sachs expanding their services due to their new CEO David Solomon, millennials and their pessimism when it comes to the economy, and Apple trying yet again to reclaim the podcast crown. Also, we have The Mack Talks first-ever PRODUCT REVIEW!! Stay tuned to the end of the episode to find out.

P.J. Prunty, is the current President and CEO of the Greater Danbury Chamber of Commerce and a good friend of Scott and Chase. P.J. is a Danbury native and went through the Danbury Public schools. He received a Bachelor of Science degree in Political Science and Government from Hartwick College, located in Oneonta, NY and a Masters degree in Public Administration from Marist College. Prior to accepting his position with the Danbury Chamber, he served as the Executive Director at CityCenter Danbury, where his main focus was on the development of Downtown Danbury. He aims to encourage the Chamber's 700 members to rethink the traditional Chamber model that they have cultivated over the last 87 years. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

AJ Vaynerchuk is the COO of VaynerMedia and the co-founder of VaynerSports. He is an entrepreneur and early investor in companies like Uber and Snapchat and is known to have an eye for successful startups. AJ is also an advocate for the Crohn's Disease community, an illness which he has suffered and learned to manage since a young age. Since leaving VaynerMedia, AJ's full focus has been on his passion, VaynerSports, a “full-service athlete representation agency that guides players through a variety of issues involving their professional career.”

This week on The Mack Talks, the guys talk about woke-washing, Juul's success, and Nike's self-tying shoes with special guest, Macy Johnson (Scott's daughter.) Also, we discuss Connecticut's minimum wage increase, the international space station allowing private citizens to spend a night in space and more! About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson.

In this episode of the Mack Talks, we sit down with Leslie Mayes to talk about what it's like to emerge as a reporter in the modern day news industry, developing interpersonal skills to extract the truth from the stories she reports on, and the struggles of keeping up with Social Media in a volatile political climate. Leslie is a nightline reporter for NBC Connecticut. She has worked in production for various news outlets including Time Warner News and New York 1, has covered both Barack Obama and Hilary Clinton's election cycles in 2008, and is now in front of the camera, covering the latest stories, every weeknight at 11 pm. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-... »Website: https://themacktalks.com

Tyler Babin is a content creator and photographer living in NYC. He previously worked with Gary Vaynerchuk filming, editing, and designing for Gary's personal brand and ancillary properties. He's currently an Adobe Creative resident, allowing him to dedicate his time to being a full-time content creator. With his Adobe residency, he hopes to tell stories that inspire new creators to follow their passion and document the realities of being a content creator.

On this week of the rundown, the guys talk Elon Musk saving humanity, the most important IPOs in history and Taco Bell's new resort. Also, we discuss why people are having fewer babies, Sears' rebranding and Adobe pulling the rug out beneath their customers. Weigh in in the comments: is Elon our generations' Einstein? Would you have your wedding at a Taco Bell? Would you invest in Uber?

On this week on The Mack Talks, the guys discuss the new Facebook “Secret Crush” feature, the Anheuser Busch v Molson Coors case, Amazon's new facial recognition software, and more. Most importantly, we finally answer the age-old question “can money buy you happiness?” Tune in to learn more!

The guys give you the rundown on the big stories of the week and other odd happenings in the business. Will Instagram stop you from seeing likes forever? Would Facebook be better if it was regulated by the U.S government? And Why can't I order Patagonia vests for my bros anymore? Scott, and team discuss all this and more on our first rundown!

CEO of Waft, an online perfume retailer of customized fragrances and Co-Founder of WOAM, Valerie Boffy is a successful French Entrepreneur. She started her career in Hong Kong working with brands like Estee Lauder, Bally, and Cartier. Her biggest adventure was when she summited Mount Everest (29,029 ft) on May 19th, 2012. This made her the 6th French woman to have ever accomplished this climb. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-... »Website: https://themacktalks.com

Alycia Chrosniak is founder & blogger of CT Eats Out. Alycia has been featured in Travel + Leisure, Food52, Connecticut Magazine, Boston.com, Hartford.com, and Seasons Magazines. She's been filling in Connecticut on the best cuisine in the area since 2014. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mack-talks/ »Website: https://themacktalks.com

Chef Plum is a graduate of The Culinary Institute of America with over 18 years of culinary experience. He has worked in both small neighborhood restaurants and five-star hotels. He's been featured on Food Network, ABC's The Taste, Ehow.com, Jamie Oliver's Foodtube, Hallmark, The New York Times, and other media outlets. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mack-talks/ »Website: https://themacktalks.com

Working the 9-5 lifestyle just wasn't in the cards for Darren Meenan. His Entrepreneurial spirit started early as he made and sold t-shirts around the BMX track as a teenager. Fast forward to present day and Darren has prime-real estate in center field at Citi Field.

Thrill seeker meets skeleton athlete. From collegiate field hockey player to Army Officer to the 2014 Winter Olympics on the Women's USA Skeleton Team, Megan Henry has been on a journey that isn't stopping. Even when a life-threatening blood clot tested her athletic career, she did not falter. Find out more about her in this episode of The Mack Talks.

Viviane Perpetuo is a bilingual beauty and lifestyle blogger and influencer who has worked with Urban Decay Cosmetics, Elizabeth Arden, Pretty Little Things, REVOLVE, boohoo.com as well as local boutiques in the local Danbury community. She has over 100k followers on Instagram, and in this episode, will tell you what it takes to be a digital influencer in this day and age. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mack-talks/ »Website: https://themacktalks.com

Former member of the Brazilian National Wrestling Team and current competitor in the Light Heavyweight Division of the UFC, Glover Teixeira sat down with us to discuss his life as a fighter and his gym, Teixeira MMA & Fitness. Get the full insight on what it's like to be a professional athlete in one of the most grueling, yet popular sports of our time.

This week on The Mack Talks, we have a man who wears many hats. 

You've probably heard of the man who makes his living off traveling the world and trying a multitude of cultural cocktails. That's right - we ran into Jack Maxwell, host of Booze Traveler, during a recent Boston trip! We talk everything from Jack's youth to struggles as an actor to landing his first big show. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mack-talks/ »Website: https://themacktalks.com

From a tough childhood and negative influences in his adolescence, Scott Sandonato is almost unrecognizable to his former self. With the help of friends, dedication, and persistence, he is now a successful Boston-based Video Producer, Interviewer and Host of a Video Series called, Off the Mic. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mack-talks/ »Website: https://themacktalks.com/

At a young age, Sattie had a lot of firsts. She was the first of seven generations of women to leave her home in Suriname for America. The first of her family to pass 3rd grade, to take on the English language and be introduced to the world of Education. Later on well into her career, Sattie would begin the World Heritage Cultural Center. Learn more about Sattie in this inspiring interview. Learn more about the World Heritage Cultural Center: http://mywhcc.org/ About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mack-talks/ »Website: https://themacktalks.com/

Mark Boughton first started his career in the United States Army Reserve achieving the rank of Sergeant then transitioning to a Social Studies teacher in 1987 in the town of Danbury, CT. When the times became hard, he also tried his hand at being a business owner, a successful event in his life. Break-ing into politics in 1995 as a member of the Danbury Planning Commission, Mark has always been destined for a leadership role, which lead to his political career in 1998 as the State Representative for the 138th District of Connecticut. Today, he is known as Mayor Mark Boughton of Danbury, CT. About the Mack Talks: The Mack Talks is a sit-down discussion with business owners, entrepreneurs, and impactful leaders hosted by Scott Johnson. Follow all of our Social Media Channels: »Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themacktalks/ »Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/macktalks/ »LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mack-talks/ »Website: https://themacktalks.com/

As a co-owner of G.O.A.T Mafya Fitness, Andy Bermans main mission is to make each individual client feel and strive to be their personal best. Seeing that most of his life revolves around fitness, it's only fitting that he blends together his love of being a personal trainer with his love of charity. He has started and assisted with numerous charities including the Push Against Cancer for the Hole in the Wall Gang (raising over half a million), Hang Like Coffman, and worked with Scott Johnson (host of The Mack Talks) with his foundation, Newtown Strong. In the words of Berman, "I was merely a stepping stone for so many people to do the right thing." Charity is a selfless act. In this episode, you'll be able to hear Berman's passion and support for his community.